Firearms

Art of the Gun: Walther PPK

James Bond always had great style. Though notorious for its slide bite, you can’t deny that great look of the PPK (or its America-friendly version, the PPK/s). Class emanates from the gradual curves leading from the muzzle to the trigger guard are iconic, the grip tang and exposed hammer, all the way to the base plate of the magazine.

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Firearms

Art of the Gun: The Beretta PX4 Storm

Beretta decided to take the best parts from their popular handguns and apply them to create a gun that was perfect for defensive use. With a light steel-reinforced polymer frame, smooth contours, familiar trigger and safety systems, and a recoil-reducing rotating barrel, the Px4 Storm is designed to be one of the best concealed carry handguns on the market.

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Camping & Survival

Quick Camping Tip: Prepare Food Beforehand

It might sound pretty Type A of me, but I preplan, prepare and pre-package every meal before I go camping. Does this make me a control freak? No, it doesn’t. It makes me smart. Preparing the weekend’s meals saves time and space.

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Safety and Training

The Basics: Sight Alignment, Sight Picture, Trigger Control and Hitting

Training and practice are the essential tasks for shooting accurately and well. The pistol you choose, although important, is not nearly as vital as understanding the basic principles involved in shooting, shooting accurately and knowing what to do when confronted with an adversary. Read this post to learn exactly what is the essentials of safe shooting.

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Gear, Parts and Accessories

Choosing a Gun Safe

Choosing the right gun safe for your collection, and your safety, is essential. A locked gun safe keeps your family and friend safe (especially this ever-curious children) and keeps your guns safe from any thieves that decide they want your collection. They’re also a great place for storing other stuff…from that great gift to your favorite cookies. Read this post for tips on what to look for when you buy yours.

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Hunting and Outdoors

Women Afield—Turkey Hunting for Rookies, Part 2

Veteran turkey hunter and award-winning outdoor writer Lisa Metheny opens the door in the two-part series to those interested in learning more about turkey hunting. Read Lisa’s article to learn how you can start enjoying turkey hunting.

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Ammunition

Match-Grade .22 Ammunition

Accurate and devoid of recoil, the .22 is the best caliber for shooting fun. The subject of match-grade .22 comes up often, which inevitably leads to the question, “Is it worth it?” Choosing the right ammo for the job is essential and .22 match grade ammo is a high quality, consistent choice. Read this post to learn more about match grade .22 ammunition.

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Camping & Survival

Quick Prepper Tip: 13 Ways to Use a Trash Bag

Plastic bags come in a variety of shapes and sizes as well as a variety of uses. From groceries to trash, that plastic bag can do so much more. Read this article to learn some good tips and tricks for upcycling that old plastic bag into something useful.

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Camping & Survival

Quick Camping Tip: Five Essential Survival Items

Even during the most luxurious camping trip can have tragic consequences; bad weather, accidents, bears and getting lost are quite probable during even the shortest of trips. You may think you are fully prepared, but what will happen if bears rip up your tent while you are out hiking or raccoons ransack your food? Pack along these five essential life savers to put your mind at ease.

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Safety and Training

The Adversary — A Disturbing Look Into the Criminal Mind

Criminals are ready, and willing, to do anything necessary to get what they want. Are you? Read this post to learn how to stay alive, even if you don’t have a weapon.

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